Though there are many benefits to working from home for both employees and companies, it is easy to miss some of the fun that comes from working in a more communal setting. As we wrap up our Working from Home series, we are going to look at some ways to create a job you love while working remotely!
Create a Fun Workspace
Motivate yourself by making your space a place you enjoy. Invest in some comfortable office furniture, put that unique painting up on the wall, or decorate your desk with pictures of your loved ones. The possibilities are endless to make your workspace a place you like spending time in, and you don’t even have to worry about your co-workers’ tastes!
Embrace Flexibility
One of the greatest benefits of some work from home positions is flexible scheduling. Here at Patten Bookkeeping & Consulting, we can set our own schedules within some basic parameters, which allows us to attend to responsibilities with our families, ranches, and communities, along with our work. If your employer and the nature of your work allows, adjust your schedule or location to what works best for you and your business.
Make Time for Face Time
Even though some people are more introverted and do their best work independently, it is important to make time to interact with colleagues and clients during work, as well as family and friends outside of work. There are many applications that allow you to connect with others through video anywhere you have wi-fi. A couple of our favorites are Zoom and Google Meet. Messaging and email are great tools, but nothing can replace the personal touch that can be communicated through video, or even better, in person.
Know When to Stop
If you have a more sedentary job, it is particularly important to get up and move throughout the day. Try doing a few stretches at your desk or take a walk outside in the sunshine. Grab a healthy snack or a drink of water. Sometimes when you work at home it can be easy to blur the lines between work time and personal time. Once you have completed the tasks or hours you need to do, make sure you step away from work to avoid getting burned out.
How do you make working from home fun? Let us know in the comments!
—Ashley DeVore, Director of Operations
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